I didn't know this. "During the eight centuries of Moorish occupation of the Iberian peninsula, the Muslim conquerors had brought North African ponies along with them." These horses are still in N. America, thriving so much so that they are considered a problem by their cattle ranching competitors. It's a good example that wildness is alive and well! Just like moose/beaver, osprey/trout, elk/ wolf, aspen/spruce. Life is incredibly resilient and prosperous when the elements are in balance and ever-present. Thunder, wind, fire, Earth, valley, Sky, water, mountain.
An amazing perspective on the plains in the mid-1800's I did not expect.
I am thoroughly enjoying this, thank you. The Battle of Little Bighorn is looming in the timeline now…
I didn't know this. "During the eight centuries of Moorish occupation of the Iberian peninsula, the Muslim conquerors had brought North African ponies along with them." These horses are still in N. America, thriving so much so that they are considered a problem by their cattle ranching competitors. It's a good example that wildness is alive and well! Just like moose/beaver, osprey/trout, elk/ wolf, aspen/spruce. Life is incredibly resilient and prosperous when the elements are in balance and ever-present. Thunder, wind, fire, Earth, valley, Sky, water, mountain.